Postnatal gastric perforation

Definition

Postnatal gastric perforation is a spontaneous or traumatic penetration or hole of the wall of the stomach that occurs after birth. This is a rare and life-threatening condition in a neonate.

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Nearby in Digestive system disorders of fetus or newborn

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